Harmony Phoenix Deluxe User manual

®Harmony Juvenile Products HMYPHOHBB-UK1 21/11 UK
PHOENIX DELUXE
i-SIZE CAR SEAT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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READ THIS MANUAL
Do not install or use this child restraint until you read and understand
the instructions in this manual and in your vehicle owner’s manual.
FAILURE TO PROPERLY USE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT INCREASES THE
RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH IN A SHARP TURN, SUDDEN
STOP OR CRASH.
IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN
THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. PLEASE
CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE AT [phone]
OR AT WWW.HARMONYJUVENILE.COM
This child restraint complies with ECE regulations for use by children:
• Height: 76 to 150 cm
from 76 to 105 cm / ≤18 kg (i-Size seat)
from 100 to 135 cm (i-Size booster seat)
from 135 to 150 cm (Specific Vehicle booster seat)
For children 15 months to approx. 12 years

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTER YOUR CHILD RESTRAINT TODAY! Child restraints could be recalled for
safety reasons. You must register this restraint to be reached in a recall, and to be
eligible to receive replacement parts while under warranty.
The model number, serial number and manufacturing date can be found on a label
on the underside of the child restraint.
Visit www.harmonyjuvenile.com/uk/register to register your child restraint
online, mail-in the registration card or send your name, address, the restraint’s
model number, manufacturing date and date of purchase to:
Harmony Juvenile Products UK
10 Beach Priory Gdns.
Southport, UK
PR8 1RT
or call: [phone]
For recall information, any questions you may have, or to make a change of address
or contact information please call Customer Service at [phone] or visit
us online at www.harmonyjuvenile.com.
PLEASE DO NOT SEND IN YOUR REGISTRATION CARD IF
YOU HAVE REGISTERED YOUR RESTRAINT ONLINE.
IF YOU NEED HELP
Please fill in the information below for future reference. The model number and
manufacturing date can be found on a label on the underside of the child restraint.
Model Number: ___________________________________________________________
Manufacture Date: ________________________________________________________
Date of Purchase: _________________________________________________________
Our Customer Service Department is standing by to help you with any questions or
concerns you may have regarding installation, use, care and/or parts. Please have
your product’s model number and manufacturing date available when contacting us.

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PARTS LIST
Headrest Fabric Cover (pre-installed)
Backrest Fabric Cover (pre-installed)
Shoulder belt guides
Harness Straps, Buckle and Clips
Shoulder Pads
Crotch Strap and Pad
Harness Metal Adjustment Button
(above strap, under fabric)
Up-front Harness Adjustment Strap
Infant Insert Cushion
Recline Knob
1-Hand Headrest Height Adjustment
Handle
Lap Belt Guides
Top Tether Strap
Top Tether Adjuster
Top Tether Hook
Harness Splitter Plate
Isofix Connectors
Isofix Indicator
Isofix Secondary Lock
Isofix Insert Guides
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TO PURCHASE REPLACEMENT PARTS:
In the United Kingdom, please contact us at
www.harmonyjuvenile.com
or by calling [phone].
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PREPARING CHILD RESTRAINT FOR USE
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RECLINE
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INSTALLING WITH ISOFIX SYSTEM & TOP TETHER
i-SIZE SEAT (76 TO 105 CM / ≤18 KG)
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USING CHILD RESTRAINT
WITH BUILT-IN HARNESS
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SECURING CHILD AND BOOSTER SEAT IN VEHICLE
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REMOVING/INSTALLING HARNESS
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INSTALLING WITH (OR WITHOUT) ISOFIX SYSTEM
& VEHICLE SEAT BELT
i-SIZE/SPECIFIC VEHICLE BOOSTER SEAT (100 TO 150 CM)
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REMOVING/INSTALLING FABRIC SEAT COVER
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CERTIFICATIONS
This is an i-Size Enhanced Child Restraint System. It is approved according to
UN Regulation No 129, for use in, i-Size compatible vehicle seating positions as
indicated by vehicle manufacturers in the vehicle users’ manual.
If in doubt, consult either the Enhanced Child Restraint System manufacturer or
the retailer.
This is a i-Size booster seat Enhanced Child Restraint System. It is approved
according to UN Regulation No 129, for use primarily in “ i-Size seating positions”
as indicated by vehicle manufacturers in the vehicle user’s manual.
If in doubt, consult either the Enhanced Child Restraint System manufacturer or
the retailer.
! Only suitable for use in the listed vehicles fitted with 3-point with retractor safety-
belts, approved to ECE Regulation No. 16 or other equivalent standards.
The Isofix meets size classes ISO F2X and ISO B2. Please check your vehicle
owner’s manual to make sure that Isofix category ISO F2X and ISO B2 child
restraint systems are suitable for your vehicle.
If your vehicle does not have an i-Size seating position, please check the vehicle
type list you can download from www.harmonyjuvenile.com/uk/resources.
This restraint is NOT CERTIFIED for aircraft use.
This child restraint must NOT be used in homes, boats, buses, motorcycles, motor
homes, or any other vehicles that have non-forward-facing seats, missing seat
belts, or whose seat belts do not meet the requirements of this child restraint.

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PREPARING CHILD RESTRAINT FOR USE
! ENSURE the harness height is correct for your child’s size. VERIFY OFTEN.
1. Loosen harness system by pushing the up-front metal harness adjuster at the
front of the seat just above the adjustment strap (UNDER THE FABRIC) (1) and
by simultaneously pulling the chest straps towards you (2).
TIP: PULL ON THE HARNESS STRAPS. DO NOT PULL ON THE HARNESS PADS
AS THEY ARE LOCKED IN PLACE.
2. To determine what harness height is appropriate for your child, place your child
in the child restraint with their back flat against the backrest.
3. Use one hand to squeeze the headrest height adjustment handle found on the
rear of the headrest while simultaneously pulling the headrest up or down to
the desired height with the other hand (3). The child restraint has THIRTEEN
headrest height adjustments.
4. Release the handle and listen for a ‘click’ to make sure harness
is locked in place.
! WARNING: To ensure headrest is locked in position, gently push
down on headrest.
! WARNING: The shoulder harness must be EVEN OR SLIGHTLY
ABOVE the child’s shoulders (A). If the upper most harness position
is below the child’s shoulders, DO NOT use this child restraint.
! WARNING: DO NOT use this child restraint if the midpoint of
your child’s head is above the top of the child restraint (B).
REMEMBER to check the shoulder straps position frequently and
move them to the next position when necessary.
The shoulder pads and crotch pads are optional and are not a
safety feature.
WARNING!
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INCORRECT USE OF THE HARNESS SYSTEM IS THE MOST COMMON
MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO READ, UNDERSTAND
AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. DO NOT MISTAKE
COMFORT FOR SAFETY. THE HARNESS SYSTEM MUST BE SNUGLY
ADJUSTED AT ALL TIMES.
ADJUSTING HEADREST
AND HARNESS SHOULDER STRAPS
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IMPORTANT – DO NOT USE BEFORE THE CHILD’S AGE EXCEEDS 15 MONTHS.

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Place the child restraint in the desired seating position and turn the front recline
adjust knob clockwise (4) to recline the backrest UNTIL THE BACKREST LIES
FLUSH ON THE VEHICLE SEAT BACK (5).
! WARNING: Remove the vehicle headrest if it inhibits the child restraint from lying
flush against the vehicle seat back.
PLEASE USE THE RECLINE THAT ALLOWS FOR THE BEST AND TIGHTEST
INSTALLATION.
Isofix is used for installing the child restraint IN CONJUNCTION WITH the use
of the Top Tether.
! Isofix connectors can ONLY be used if your vehicle has the Isofix anchors installed
and designated Isofix seating positions. Check your vehicle owner’s manual to see
which seating positions may be suitable with Isofix.
If your vehicle is equipped with Isofix anchors, the vehicle Isofix
anchorage points may be visible at the seat crease. If not visible, they
may be marked with this symbol.
Check your vehicle owner’s manual for your vehicle’s exact Isofix locations,
anchor identifications and usage requirements for use with a child restraint.
RECLINE
WARNING!
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FAILURE TO REINSTALL THE HARNESS STRAPS CORRECTLY COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING!
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YOUR CHILD RESTRAINT RECLINES TO ENSURE PROPER INSTALLATION
INTO YOUR VEHICLE. THE CHILD RESTRAINT MUST BE INSTALLED SO
THAT ALL OF ITS SURFACE AREA IS IN CONTACT WITH YOUR VEHICLE
SEAT.
INSTALLING CHILD RESTRAINT IN HARNESS MODE:
ISOFIX AND TOP TETHER
ISOFIX

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! WARNING: CONSULT YOUR VEHICLE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR THE EXACT
PLACEMENT OF THESE ELEMENTS IN YOUR VEHICLE, AND FOR MAXIMUM
ISOFIX WEIGHT ALLOWANCES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AS SOME
MANUFACTURERS HAVE LOWER MAXIMUM WEIGHT ALLOWANCES FOR
ISOFIX USAGE.
Your vehicle’s Top Tether Anchor Points may be
identified using one of these symbols:
• Check that the Top Tether is securely attached to
the child restraint.
• Fasten Top Tether clip to anchor point ensuring
the clip is facing downwards and the strap is not twisted (C).
• With the child restraint installed with the Isofix, tighten the Top Tether strap
securely by pulling on the free end of the Top Tether strap (D).
• To loosen, press the Top Tether release button (E).
! WARNING: Ensure that Top Tether strap is NOT twisted.
! WHEN YOUR CHILD REACHES 87 CM (OR 13 KG),
REMOVE THE INFANT INSERT CUSHION.
1. Install Isofix insert guides (F):
INSTALLING WITH ISOFIX SYSTEM & TOP TETHER
i-SIZE SEAT (76 TO 105 CM / ≤18 KG)
Top Tether
anchor points
Vehicle
seat crease
Isofix
anchor
points
USING TOP TETHER
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With the guides facing upwards, push plastic casing into the Isofix anchors.
2. Identify the Isofix connectors located at the rear of the seat base.
3. Press the Isofix Release Buttons on each Isofix connector to release and fully
extend the two Isofix connectors for installation (6).
4. Place the child restraint flush against a forward-facing vehicle seat, centered
between the Isofix anchors. The child restraint must be level, stable and not rock
side-to-side (7).
5. Gently guide the Isofix connectors against the anchors, engaging the Isofix
connectors. An audible “click” will be heard when engaged and the indicator
window will turn GREEN (8).
6. Secure the top of the child restraint using the Top Tether strap (9, 10) by
fastening the Top Tether clip to the anchor point available in your vehicle as
shown (11, 12) (see “Using Top Tether”). The indicator window will turn
GREEN to ensure a secure installation.
To release the Isofix connectors:
Press the Isofix Release Buttons on each side of the
Isofix connectors (G).
! Incorrect use of the harness system is the most common mistake people make. It
is VERY important to read, understand and follow ALL instructions and warnings.
DO NOT mistake comfort for safety.The harness system MUST be snugly adjusted
at all times.
! Snugly adjust the harness provided with this child restraint around your child. A
snug strap is one with no slack. It should not press on the child’s flesh or cause
your child’s body to be in an unnatural position. You should only be able to slide
ONE FINGER between the shoulder straps and the child’s shoulder.
! Avoid unnecessary bulky clothing.
DISENGAGING ISOFIX CONNECTORS
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USING CHILD RESTRAINT WITH BUILT-IN HARNESS
WARNING!
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FAILURE TO FASTEN AND TIGHTEN THE HARNESS SYSTEM CORRECTLY MAY
CAUSE THE CHILD TO BE EJECTED FROM THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM IN CASE
OF A SHARP TURN, SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH. In a crash, the child restraint will provide NO protection for your child
unless the harness straps are properly secured. DO NOT mistake comfort for safety.
Harness system MUST be snugly adjusted. Follow these instructions carefully.

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1. To loosen the harness strap: Push the up-front metal harness adjuster at the
front of the seat just ABOVE the adjustment strap (UNDER THE FABRIC) and
simultaneously pull the chest straps towards you (13).
TIP: PULL ON THE HARNESS STRAPS. DO NOT PULL ON THE HARNESS PADS
AS THEY ARE LOCKED IN PLACE.
2. Unbuckle harness straps by pressing on the RED buckle release button and by
pulling the buckle clips out (14). Move harness straps to the side.
3. Place child in child restraint with child’s back flat against back of the backrest.
4. Adjust headrest height (see “Adjusting headrest and harness shoulder straps”).
5. Place harness straps over child’s shoulders. Hold the two buckle clips together
and insert the two-piece buckle clip into buckle until they ‘click’ into place (15).
! ENSURE that the buckle is properly fastened by gently tugging on it.
! ENSURE that the buckle is properly fastened by gently tugging on it and that the
colour indicator has turned to GREEN (15).
! ENSURE that the straps are NOT twisted.
! DO NOT use child restraint if harness does not lock.
6. Tighten harness system by gently pulling on the up-front harness adjuster strap
until all slack is removed from the system (16).
!ENSURE straps are flat and snug against child’s shoulders and thighs. You should
NOT be able to slide more than one finger between the strap and the child’s
shoulder (17).
A snug strap should not allow any slack. It lies in a relatively straight line without
sagging. It should not press the child’s flesh or cause your child’s body to be in an
unnatural position.
! Any straps holding the restraint to the vehicle should be tight, any straps restraining
the child should be adjusted to the child’s body, and all straps should not be twisted.
The harness system should be properly adjusted such that any lap strap is worn low
down, so that the pelvis is firmly engaged.
1. Loosen the harness system by pressing on the up-front metal harness adjuster
(UNDER THE FABRIC), and simultaneously pulling the shoulder straps towards
you.
2. Unbuckle harness by pressing on the RED buckle release button.
SECURING CHILD IN CHILD RESTRAINT
REMOVING CHILD FROM CHILD RESTRAINT

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IF YOUR CHILD HAS REACHED 100 CM, YOU CAN USE THE SEAT IN BOOSTER
MODE.
Harmony Juvenile Products advises that your child remains in a 5-point harness for
as long as possible per the height and mass requirements of the child restraint.
1. Loosen the harness system by pressing on the up-front metal harness adjuster
(UNDER THE FABRIC), and simultaneously pulling the shoulder straps towards
you.
2. Unbuckle harness by pressing on the RED buckle release button. Remove infant
insert cushion and crotch pad. Set aside.
3. To remove the harness pads: Undo the snaps on each harness pad and remove.
Set aside.
4. Undo the snaps on the backrest fabric cover and thread the crotch buckle
through the hole on the fabric seat cover (18).
5. Hold the two buckle clips together and insert the two-piece buckle clip into
buckle until they ‘click’ into place (19). Tuck harness straps, clips and crotch
buckle in the slots under fabric seat cover (20, 21).
6. To reinstall harness system: repeat the previous steps in reverse order.
!ENSURE that the strap is COMPLETELY in the slot and the crotch strap is NOT
twisted.
7. Replace fabric seat cover and fabric crotch pad.
REMOVING/INSTALLING HARNESS
USING CHILD RESTRAINT IN BOOSTER MODE
(WITHOUT BUILT-IN HARNESS)
WARNING!
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FAILURE TO REINSTALL THE HARNESS SYSTEM AND CROTCH STRAP
CORRECTLY COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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!ENSURE the vehicle shoulder belt’s position is correct for your
child’s size. VERIFY OFTEN.
! WARNING: DO NOT use this booster seat if the midpoint of your
child’s head is above the top of the booster seat headrest at its
maximum height.
IF YOUR CHILD HAS REACHED 100 CM, YOU CAN USE THE SEAT IN BOOSTER
MODE.
! WARNING: You MUST use the vehicle 3-point lap-and-shoulder belt system when
restraining the child in the booster seat (22).
! WARNING: Vehicle belts MUST be tight, adjusted to the child’s body, and should
not be twisted (22).
! NEVER use a vehicle lap-only belt to secure child in booster seat (23).
! NEVER USE A LOOSE SHOULDER BELT.
! NEVER position the shoulder belt under the child’s arm (24) or place the
shoulder belt behind the child’s back (25).
Lap portion of lap-and-shoulder belt MUST be low and snug across the hips,
with the pelvis firmly engaged, just touching the child’s thighs. The lap
PREPARING BOOSTER SEAT FOR USE
WARNING!
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INCORRECT USE OF THE VEHICLE’S 3-POINT LAP-AND-SHOULDER SEAT
BELT SYSTEM IS THE MOST COMMON MISTAKE PEOPLE MAKE. IT IS VERY
IMPORTANT TO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS. DO NOT MISTAKE COMFORT FOR SAFETY. THE
VEHICLE’S 3-POINT LAP-AND-SHOULDER SEAT BELT MUST BE SNUGLY
ADJUSTED AT ALL TIMES.
SECURING CHILD AND BOOSTER SEAT IN VEHICLE
WARNING!
!
FAILURE TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR CHILD IN THE BOOSTER SEAT
INCREASES THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH IN THE EVENT OF A
SHARP TURN, SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH. In a crash, the booster seat provides
NO protection for your child unless the vehicle 3-point lap-and-shoulder belt is
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portion MUST NOT be lying across the child’s stomach as this can cause major
injuries to the child in case of a sharp turn, sudden stop or crash.
! DO NOT allow the child to slouch, slide down in the seat, or create slack in the
belt system (26). If child will not keep vehicle belt properly positioned, DO NOT
use this booster seat.
! The vehicle seat headrest should not create a gap between vehicle seat and
booster seat (27). If so, remove the vehicle headrest.
! DO NOT use any load bearing contact points other than those described in the
instructions and marked in the child restraint.
IF IN DOUBT ABOUT THESE POINTS OR ANY QUESTIONS RELATED TO
INSTALLATION, PLEASE CONTACT HARMONY JUVENILE PRODUCTS.
1. Place the booster seat flush against a forward-facing vehicle seat, centered
between the Isofix anchors. The vehicle seat MUST be equipped with a 3-point
lap-and-shoulder belt. Booster must be level, stable and not rock side-to-side.
2. Locate the Isofix connectors underneath the rear of the seat backrest (28). Gently
guide the Isofix connectors against the anchors, engaging the Isofix connectors
(29). An audible “click” will be heard when engaged and the indicator window
will turn GREEN (30).
3. Place child in the booster seat with child’s back flat against the back of the
booster seat.
4. Adjust headrest height (see “Adjusting headrest and harness shoulder straps”).
5. Thread shoulder belt portion of the 3-point lap-and-shoulder belt system through
the shoulder belt guide (31) and ensure that shoulder belt lies across child’s
shoulder and chest, and NOT across child’s face or neck.
6. Thread both sides of the lap belt over lower guides on both sides as
indicated (31). ENSURE that the belt is snug across the child’s hips. It is
INSTALLING WITH (OR WITHOUT) ISOFIX SYSTEM
& VEHICLE SEAT BELT
i-SIZE/SPECIFIC VEHICLE BOOSTER SEAT (100 TO 150 CM)
WARNING!
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DUE TO VARYING ANGLES OF VEHICLE SEAT BELT RETRACTORS,
EXCESS SLACK IN THE VEHICLE BELT SYSTEM MIGHT NOT BE REMOVED
AUTOMATICALLY. Once the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt are
properly positioned and the buckle is attached, FEED ANY REMAINING
SLACK OF THE SEAT BELT MANUALLY BACK INTO THE RETRACTOR TO
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important to ensure that any lap strap is worn low down, so that the pelvis is
firmly engaged, just touching their thighs and is NOT across their stomach.
7. Buckle the vehicle seat belt into place and ensure it is secure by gently pulling
on it.
! Any straps holding the restraint to the vehicle should be tight, any straps
restraining the child should be adjusted to the child’s body, and all straps should
not be twisted.
! Teach your child that seat belts are not toys and should NEVER be played with,
regardless of whether the car is in motion or not.
! ALWAYS be aware of what your children are doing in the back seat.
Headrest:
Adjust headrest to its maximum height (see “Adjusting headrest and harness
shoulder straps”). Undo the snaps found on the backrest (32). Grasp the
fabric from the top and behind the headrest (33) and slide fabric cover off.
Backrest and seat base:
•ENSURE harness system is unfastened and crotch pad is removed (see
“Removing/installing harness”).
•Grasp fabric cover from the front of the seat, and gently slide the cover off to
remove. ENSURE that the gaps of the cover do not get caught on the plastic
parts of the seat.
TO INSTALL:
To reinstall fabric covers, repeat previous steps in reverse order.
We recommend that you store your instruction manual
in the mesh pouch under the backrest fabric on the side
of the child restraint.
REMOVING/INSTALLING FABRIC SEAT COVER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL STORAGE

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WARNINGS
The safety of your child and the effectiveness of this child restraint depend on:
1. Selecting a suitable location for the child restraint in your vehicle.
2. Properly routing the vehicle seat belt.
3. Properly securing both your child and the child restraint in the vehicle. Many
seat belts are NOT safe to use with this child restraint. If in doubt about installing
this child restraint, consult the vehicle owner’s manual or call the Harmony
Customer Service Department.
Follow all labels on this child restraint and in these written instructions. DO
NOT INSTALL OR USE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT UNTIL YOU READ AND
UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND IN YOUR VEHICLE
OWNER’S MANUAL.
NO CHILD RESTRAINT CAN GUARANTEE PROTECTION WHEN THE VEHICLE
IS SERIOUSLY IMPACTED. However, when correctly installed, a child restraint will
substantially improve the chances for survival and reduce the risk of serious injury
in most crashes.
Carefully follow the instructions in this manual and in your vehicle owner’s manual.
If there is a discrepancy between the two, the vehicle owner’s manual must take
precedence with regards to seat belts and/or airbags.
! DO NOT allow children to play with this child restraint.
!NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle under any circumstance.
!It is recommended that children are not left in their Enhanced Child Restraint System
unattended.
! Set a good example by ALWAYS wearing your seat belt. Make it a firm rule that
the vehicle does not move until everyone is buckled up. MAKE NO EXCEPTIONS.
WARNING!
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GENERAL WARNINGS
WARNING!
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FAILURE TO PROPERLY READ, FOLLOW AND USE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AND THE CHILD RESTRAINT LABELS INCREASES THE RISK OF SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH IN A SHARP TURN, SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH. Your
child’s safety depends on the proper installation and use of this child restraint.
Even if this child restraint seems easy to install and use, it is VERY IMPORTANT
to read and understand these instructions and the vehicle owner’s manual.